Great Lakes

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Reflection pool at Nathan Philips Square, near Toronto City Hall. 
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My hometown, one of the best living and most multicultural cities in the world! 
Reflection pool at Nathan Philips Square, near Toronto City Hall. 
#Toronto #Canada #Ontario #reflection #CityHall #Patterns #architecture #pool #nightscape #night #NorthAmerica #arch #TroveOnTuesday  #Hometown #UrbanJungle #perspectives
Great Lakes
This is an image from back in September when I was in upstate New York visiting family. This image is of Rainbow Falls in the Watkins Glen State Park near Ithaca. It is a very popular location - tourists throng here in their hundreds to walk the various trails. As such, best advised to visit very early in the mornings. Preferably start while it's still dark.

The gorge that runs along the park is extremely beautiful. At one point in time, this area was all under water and the gorge has been formed as a result of erosion of the softer layers of soil and rock. Even today, the gorge is ever changing due to the action of water.
There's loads of compositions possible all along the trail but Rainbow Falls is perhaps the most well known and most photographed location in the gorge. This location truly is stunning - you have to see it with your own eyes to take in the beauty of the place. The cascading waterfall, the stone bridges, the varying colors of the water due to the reflections from the canyon walls - it all adds up to make this a truly remarkable place.

Watkins Glen also used to have a street circuit for Formula 1 races. The roads are lined with flags to mark the course. In addition there's the marina and many good eating joints around town. Ithaca and Cornell are close by too. 

Owing to where I was staying, I had to start driving at 3 AM to make it to this place before the crowds descended. At the end of it, it was well worth it.

Thank you for stopping by.

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When in Toronto, visit a castle...seriously! Casa Loma is a castle located in the west side of Toronto. You can explore the outside as well as inside.

http://www.casaloma.org/

Where to stay in Great Lakes

Downtown Toronto which includes a city, an administrative building and heritage architecture

Downtown Toronto

4/5(483 area reviews)

Known for its must-see aquarium and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Downtown Toronto. Check out top attractions like CN Tower and Rogers Centre, and jump on the metro at Dundas St West at Yonge St Stop or Dundas Station to see more of the city.

Downtown Toronto
Downtown Chicago which includes a city

Downtown Chicago

Known for its fascinating museums, stunning river views and gorgeous architecture, there's plenty to explore in Downtown Chicago. Top attractions like Michigan Avenue and Navy Pier are major draws. Catch the metro at State Station or Clark-Lake Station to see more of the city.

Downtown Chicago
United States of America featuring a bay or harbor, landscape views and a city

Downtown Detroit

4/5(9 area reviews)

Known for its great live music and first-class casinos, there's plenty to explore in Downtown Detroit. Check out top attractions like Campus Martius Park and Detroit Opera House, and jump on the metro at Campus Martius Station or Cadillac Center Station to see more of the city.

Downtown Detroit
Magnificent Mile - River North

Magnificent Mile

Are you interested in fascinating museums, panoramic lake views and popular shops? A visit to Magnificent Mile might be the perfect thing. You can also explore top sights like Michigan Avenue and Chicago Water Tower.

Magnificent Mile
The Loop - Downtown featuring a river or creek

The Loop

4.5/5(187 area reviews)

Michigan Avenue and Lake Michigan are a few top attractions in The Loop. Hop around the city on the metro at Washington Station or Lake Station and check out the area's fascinating museums, popular shops and acclaimed art galleries.

The Loop
Fallsview

Fallsview

4/5(95 area reviews)

Are you interested in enchanting waterfalls, first-class casinos and eye-catching views? A visit to Fallsview might be the perfect thing. You can also explore top sights like Fallsview Casino and Skylon Tower.

Fallsview
Wyndham Grand Fallsview Hotel

Wyndham Grand Fallsview Hotel

4 out of 5
6455 Fallsview Blvd Niagara Falls ON
The price is S$158 per night from 16 Feb to 17 Feb
S$158
16 Feb - 17 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Niagara Falls. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 4 restaurants and 2 hot tubs. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8/10 Very Good! (5,431 reviews)
The room was clean. The staff friendly and efficient. Breakfast at iHop is mediocre.

Reviewed on 26 Jan, 2026

Wyndham Grand Fallsview Hotel
Hilton Niagara Falls/Fallsview Hotel & Suites

Hilton Niagara Falls/Fallsview Hotel & Suites

4 out of 5
6361 Fallsview Blvd Niagara Falls ON
The price is S$203 per night from 12 Feb to 13 Feb
S$203
12 Feb - 13 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Niagara Falls. Enjoy 2 indoor pools, 4 restaurants and a casino. Our guests praise the bar and the helpful staff in their ...
7.8/10 Good! (13,208 reviews)
Got a free upgrade to a double room overlooking the falls. Fabulous!

Reviewed on 26 Jan, 2026

Hilton Niagara Falls/Fallsview Hotel & Suites
Holiday Inn Toronto Downtown Centre by IHG

Holiday Inn Toronto Downtown Centre by IHG

3.5 out of 5
30 Carlton Street Toronto ON
The price is S$189 per night from 22 Feb to 23 Feb
S$189
22 Feb - 23 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Toronto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (5,282 reviews)
The hotel was in a good central location. It was clean and super walkable around. We discovered that they have a weird late check in policy, so make sure to contact them directly if you are arriving late. Our flight was delayed due to weather so we couldn’t do anything until we landed. Otherwise ...

Reviewed on 26 Jan, 2026

Holiday Inn Toronto Downtown Centre by IHG
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
One King West Hotel & Residence

One King West Hotel & Residence

4 out of 5
1 King Street West Toronto ON
Stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Toronto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, room service and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (12,197 reviews)
Good stay…clean! Easy access to shopping.

Reviewed on 26 Jan, 2026

One King West Hotel & Residence
Panorama Suites Downtown Toronto

Panorama Suites Downtown Toronto

4 out of 5
251 Jarvis St Toronto ON
Stay at this aparthotel in Toronto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, parking (surcharge) and a garden. Popular attractions CF Toronto Eaton Centre and Scotiabank Arena are ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (733 reviews)
The room was smaller than expected compared to the pictures, but overall everything went well.

Reviewed on 19 Jan, 2026

Panorama Suites Downtown Toronto
Executive Hotel Cosmopolitan Toronto

Executive Hotel Cosmopolitan Toronto

4 out of 5
8 Colborne Street Toronto ON
Stay at this spa aparthotel in Toronto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (2,260 reviews)
The place was under renovation, but they were very friendly and the rooms were clean.

Reviewed on 24 Jan, 2026

Executive Hotel Cosmopolitan Toronto
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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